New challenges surrounding product integrity present themselves in the evolving marketplace for THCA flowers. Not only is the act of spraying THCA flowers for the purpose of improving potency concerning retailers and consumers, but understanding the safety and compliance of sprayed THCA flowers is critical to developing trust and setting standards in the marketplace. This article will provide insight for companies trying to navigate the testing landscape in relation to high-quality, premium grade THCA flowers, such as those grown by Passion Farms.
What is Sprayed THCA Flower?
Sprayed THCA flower is the act of spraying a concentrated THCA solution onto hemp biomass. This is done to increase cannabinoid content or develop certain profiles. Spraying meets market preferences for stronger products, but the purity and safety of the end product needs to be carefully considered. All products must meet consumer standards defined by product quality and safety, including those where manufacturers (users) spray THCA flowers. Therefore, the objective is safe and effective products that are free of harmful contaminants and labelled accordingly.
Safety & Compliance
Safety and compliance are paramount for cannabis products – especially for products containing THCA flower, and even more so if THCA flower is sprayed. Retailers must ensure that the products are safe and compliant with all regulations. Further, products are tested for a variety of things, including but not limited to:
- Pesticides
- Heavy metals
- Residual solvents
- Microbial contamination
When a manufacturer decides to spray THCA flower, the spraying must be controlled to prevent passing along harmful substances, or causing an uneven and inconsistent distribution of cannabinoids in the THCA flower which can result in inconsistent doses.
Third-Party Lab Testing
For premium grade THCA flowers, thorough lab testing is essential. Transparent, third-party lab test results, or Certificate of Analysis (COAs), disclose and verify the testing results; including potency, purity, and legal delta-9 THC content. Retailers must always request the COAs, then review the COAs. Doing so not only shows compliance with due diligence on behalf of retailers protecting consumers from unsafe products, it protects retailers, potentially from lawsuits. It is important that THCA flowers, whether natural or contaminated, undergo an avenue of controlled safety protocols so consumers can have confidence in their final product.
Selecting Reliable Suppliers
Finding reliable suppliers is crucial for retailers distributing THCA flowers. A quality THCA flower supplier will not only provide premium grade THCA flowers, but also provide complete transparency regarding their cultivation, processing, and testing methods. Trusted suppliers will provide certificates of analysis (COAs) on every batch with cannabinoid profile testing, and show they have no contaminants. Quality assurance places reputable suppliers miles ahead of their competitors.
This is why retailers should inquire about the methods of producing the THCA flower, including if they spray and how they spray THCA flower. A reputable supplier will word the process that distinguishes themselves in order to show customers they are following best practices and safety habits. Working with suppliers like this provides assurance to the customer that they are purchasing potent, functional, safe, and compliant THCA flowers. This in turn builds consumer trust and a reputable image of their brand in a competitive THCA landscape.
Building Customer Trust
There are now varying degrees of quality of THCA flower, spraying or not, that will depend on the transparency and testing methodologies. Retailers should only sell products that have been vetted and use tested products that have a chain of evidence supplied COA. Sellers need to ensure there is not 1 gram of THCA flower that does not fulfill high standards of purity and potency. Retailers should feel comfortable selling safe products. Retailers should focus heavily on this and will easily get to premium grade THCA flows, knowing they are contributing to positive recyclability and future development.
Let’s Grow Smarter, Together
Passion Farms is here to confidently create compliant cannabis products you can depend on. Whether you’re purchasing wholesale, restocking a wellness store, or looking for exclusive products for personal use, we encourage you to check out our product page, or book online to create personalized options.
If you have any questions or need assistance with selecting the THCA product that works for you, please contact us and our team will walk you through it.
